The meaning of “κτῆνος”
Understanding ktēnos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
beast. - property, i.e. (specially) a domestic animal
κτῆνος
beast. - property, i.e. (specially) a domestic animal
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 10:34 | “And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him.” Word: κτῆνος (ktēnos) | |
| Acts 23:24 | “And provide them beasts, that they may set Paul on, and bring him safe unto Felix the governor.” Word: κτῆνος (ktēnos) | |
| 1 Corinthians 15:39 | “All flesh is not the same flesh: but there is one kind of flesh of men, another flesh of beasts, another of fishes, and another of birds.” Word: κτῆνος (ktēnos) | |
| Revelation 18:13 | “And cinnamon, and odours, and ointments, and frankincense, and wine, and oil, and fine flour, and wheat, and beasts, and sheep, and horses, and chariots, and slaves, and souls of men.” Word: κτῆνος (ktēnos) |